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Lakkrís Toppar

Cultural Context

Lakkrís Toppar is a beloved Icelandic treat that showcases the country's unique affinity for licorice, particularly the salty variety. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, these chocolate-covered licorice bites are a delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors. In recent years, the popularity of licorice has spread beyond Iceland, inspiring variations in other Nordic countries and even in gourmet shops worldwide.

IcelandicISdessert
40 min
easy
12 servings
Servings4
8 oz dark chocolate
2 oz Icelandic licorice
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup crushed nuts

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate with stevia

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Stevia reduces sugar content while milk chocolate is more affordable.

Icelandic licorice

🥗Healthier: anise extract

💰Cheaper: black jelly beans

Anise extract mimics flavor while jelly beans are more accessible.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: coconut cream

Greek yogurt lowers calories while maintaining creaminess.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar provides a lower glycemic index.

1

Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.

2

Remove from heat and stir in butter until fully melted.

3

Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until combined.

4

Incorporate heavy cream gradually, stirring until smooth.

5

Fold in crushed Icelandic licorice and sea salt.

6

Pour mixture into a lined baking dish and spread evenly.

7

Refrigerate for 30 minutes until set.

8

Cut into small squares or rectangles.

9

Top with crushed nuts for garnish.

10

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

meltingmixingfoldingchilling

Equipment Needed

heatproof bowlbaking dishspatularefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Licorice Tops

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